Free National Parks day 2012

There are more free days at the national parks this year.
June 9
September 29
November 10-12

Also besides the free days there are other ways to enjoy these parks. You can get a year long pass to Yellowstone only for $50 or you can get one far ALL the parks $80.

Also there are way to get a free pass:
- Active duty military? Get a annual pass free
-  Over 62? Get a lifetime pass for just $10
- Permanent disability? You can get one free too! As well as a 50% discount on other amenities.
http://www.nps.gov/findapark/passes.htm


Heres the link.
http://www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm

BackCountrySecrets.com

I just found this great website that lets you know all the not-so-well-know places around you. You can type in anywere, the link is for a 30mile radius around Rexburg. You can search for whatever your interested in; Swimming holes, Hiking, Kayaking etc.

Back Country Secrets.com

Swimming Pools

There are three Swimming Areas close to Rexburg that offer unique oppurtunities.

Greens Canyon
Who: Families
What: Swimming fun, Hot tub, Camping, Fishing, Bike Riding,
When: Year Round

Heise Hot Springs
Who: Families
What: Swimming, Hot Tub, Water Slide, Fishing, Golf, Food, Camping
When: May thru Sept

Dies Aquatic Center in Idaho Falls
Who: Families
What: Swimming. The reason I love this place so much is because you can take the kids to the outdoor wadding pool for cheap! The Wading Pond is $2 per kid (4-12) and free for accompaning parents. The wading pool with water that sprays into the air, and a grassy spot for a picnic. Theres also a life gaurd on duty.
When:

Medium Hiking Trails

PackSaddle Lake
Location: Foot hills west of Driggs, ID
Distance: 5 miles rountrip
What to do: Swimming, Fishing, Camping, Horseback, Enjoying the scenery



Wind Caves
Location: Darby Canyon, SE of Driggs
Distance: 5.2 miles roundtrip
What to do: Caves, Waterfalls

Golden Lake
Location: Harriman State Park
Distance: 4.3 miles rountrip
Fee: $3 car
What to do: Hiking, Fishing, Mountain Biking, Horseback riding

Aldous and Hancock Lakes
Location: North of Kilgore Idaho
Distance: 4.6 miles rountrip
What to do: Fishing, Camping, Horseback, Mountain Biking

Coffe Pot Rapids
Location: Near Macks Inn, Highway 20
Distance: 3.6- 5 miles roundtrip
What to do: Camping, Restrooms Fishing

Twin Bridges

Who: The Whole Family
What: Camping, Swimming in the river, Fishing, Picnic, Bathrooms
Where: Archer Lyman Ririe Highway

http://www.rexcc.com/thingstodo/parkstrails/parkscounty/twinbridgespark.html